Symphony of the Fireflies

Artist: Bula Barua
Year: 2022
Size: 72 in X 72 in
Details: Unframed
Orientation: Horizontal
Medium: Crushed Glass on Canvas
Exhibitions: The Bula Barua Gallery, Hamptons Fine Art Fair
Music: Cappriciosa in A Major by Karla Dana

"Symphony of the Fireflies" casts viewers into a mesmerizing nocturnal scene where the velvety darkness of the night sky serves as a backdrop for nature's luminous spectacle. Spanning an impressive 72 by 72 inches, this captivating painting transports observers into a world where the ethereal glow of countless fireflies illuminates the darkness with a symphony of light and motion.

This artwork is paired with the original composition, "Cappriciosa in A Major" by Karla Dana. The musical dedication is offered for purchase along with this artwork. To listen to the composition, please contact us using the form below. 

Against a canvas of deep blues and purples, the scene unfolds with a sense of serene mystery. The darkness is pierced by the gentle flicker of innumerable fireflies, each meticulously crafted with shimmering silver leaf. These tiny luminaries seem to dance and twirl, creating an enchanting display that transforms the night into a realm of magic and wonder.

With no trees or woodlands in sight, the focus is solely on the celestial ballet of the fireflies against the vast expanse of the night sky. Their delicate light weaves through the darkness, forming intricate patterns that evoke a sense of timeless beauty and tranquility.

The interplay of colors - the deep blues, purples, and hints of green - adds depth and richness to the composition, enhancing the ethereal quality of the scene. Against this atmospheric backdrop, the silver fireflies shimmer and sparkle, their luminous glow creating a mesmerizing symphony of motion and light.

"Symphony of the Fireflies" transcends traditional landscape painting, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the enchanting beauty of the nocturnal world. With its captivating imagery and evocative atmosphere, this masterpiece serves as a testament to the magic and wonder of nature's nightly symphony.

Created with crushed glass, genuine silver leaf, iridescent glitter, acrylic, raw pigments and resin.